1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Eagle | Porsche |
Model | Talon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2896 mm |